Arizona · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant Arizona lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a Arizona landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My Arizona Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1.5 months' rent. Statutory cite: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Must be stated in lease and reasonable Landlords generally must allow a 5-day grace period before assessing it.
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 48 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Move-in checklist right, Bedbug history (some cities).
6. Return the deposit on time
14 business days. Statutory cite: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321.
Arizona guide FAQs
- What order should a Arizona landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of Arizona required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the Arizona state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.